Aberlady
in East Lothian of Scotland, United Kingdom

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Location Summary
Decimal Coordinates (Latitude, Longitude):
56.009 and -2.859 (Lat./Lng.)
Coordinates by Time:
N 56° 0' 31" and W -2° 51' 30"
Currency and Currency Code:
Pound - GBP
Spoken languages:
English, Welsh, Scottish Gaelic
Local electricity:
230 V - 50 Hz (plugs: G)
Mobile phone / cellular frequencies (MHz):
900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 3G, 4G
Local Time: 04:55 AM (Tuesday)
Timezone: Europe/London
UTC/GMT offset: 0 hours
Sunrise and Sunset:
5:26 am and 8:50 pm
Antipode Coordinates:
-45.883 and 170.633 (Lat./Lng.)
Closest place to antipode coordinates:
Pukehiki
References
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Current travel safety evaluation for United Kingdom in Northern Europe

Safety Score: 3,0 of 5.0 based on data from 9 authorites. Meaning we advice caution when travelling to United Kingdom.

Travel warnings are updated daily. Source: Travel Warning United Kingdom. Last Update: 2024-04-29 08:03:39

Discover Aberlady

Aberlady in East Lothian (Scotland) with it's 1,180 citizens is a town in United Kingdom about 330 mi (or 532 km) north of London, the country's capital city.

Current time in Aberlady is now 04:55 AM (Tuesday). The local timezone is named Europe / London with an UTC offset of one hour. We know of 8 airports near Aberlady, of which 4 are larger airports. The closest airport in United Kingdom is Edinburgh Airport in a distance of 20 mi (or 33 km), West. Besides the airports, there are other travel options available (check left side).

There are several Unesco world heritage sites nearby. The closest heritage site in United Kingdom is Old and New Towns of Edinburgh in a distance of 5 mi (or 8 km), South-East. Also, if you like playing golf, there are a few options in driving distance. Looking for a place to stay? we compiled a list of available hotels close to the map centre further down the page.

When in this area, you might want to pay a visit to some of the following locations: Haddington, Dalkeith, Edinburgh, Glenrothes and Newtown St Boswells. To further explore this place, just scroll down and browse the available info.

Local weather forecast

Todays Local Weather Conditions & Forecast: 14°C / 57 °F

Morning Temperature 9°C / 48 °F
Evening Temperature 13°C / 55 °F
Night Temperature 10°C / 50 °F
Chance of rainfall 0%
Air Humidity 69%
Air Pressure 1009 hPa
Wind Speed Moderate breeze with 13 km/h (8 mph) from North-West
Cloud Conditions Overcast clouds, covering 100% of sky
General Conditions Overcast clouds

Wednesday, 1st of May 2024

12°C (53 °F)
9°C (49 °F)
Broken clouds, moderate breeze.

Thursday, 2nd of May 2024

9°C (49 °F)
9°C (47 °F)
Light rain, fresh breeze, overcast clouds.

Friday, 3rd of May 2024

9°C (48 °F)
8°C (47 °F)
Light rain, moderate breeze, overcast clouds.

Hotels and Places to Stay

Greywalls Hotel and Chez Roux

Address
2,2 mi
Muirfield
EH31 2EG Gullane
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 14:30
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Duck's Inn

Address
0,1 mi
Main Street
EH32 0RE Aberlady
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 10:30 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: 7:00 - 23:00
Weekend: closed


The Lodge at Craigielaw and Golf Courses

Address
0,7 mi
Aberlady
EH32 0PY Longniddry
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 10:30 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


Maitlandfield House Hotel

Address
5,1 mi
24 Sidegate
EH41 4BZ Haddington
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Railway Hotel

Address
4,7 mi
70 Court Street
EH41 3AF Haddington
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 10:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Videos from this area

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Edinburgh, Longniddry Kitesurfing

Published: December 30, 2011
Length: 05:44 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Nick Finnigan

29th December 2011, Longniddry kitesurfing on the 7m kite.


Interesting surf waves

Published: November 22, 2010
Length: 52:48 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: AlanSM04

Interesting surf affects caused by backwash meeting incoming wave obliquely. There had been much larger effects racing back parallel to the shore but I managed to catch these before the affect...


Longniddry Train Station

Published: June 10, 2014
Length: 38:33 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: scott567100

Train Service From Edinburgh Waverley To North Berwick Calling At Longniddry.


At the beach

Published: April 10, 2015
Length: 32:50 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Bearded Radio

Ben, Charlie and wee Hugo having good fun at Longniddry.


East Coast Trains 2012

Published: March 25, 2012
Length: 03:32 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Alastair Glen

East Coast Trains at Edinburgh Waverley and at Longniddry with two class 43 sets and a class 91 set in March 2012.


Kite surfers at Long Niddry

Published: January 21, 2008
Length: 17:38 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: ByronV2

A trio of kite surfers taking advantage of the winter winds at Longniddry Bents on Scotland's east coast, just a bit down the Forth from Edinburgh, cutting back and forth and soaring into the air.


Edinburgh to Haddington

Published: June 25, 2014
Length: 10:58 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Emsy Wemsy

A quick ride out on the way home from the Monkey Meet. Edinburgh to Haddington via the coast road and North Berwick.


Nike Vapor Pro, Pro Combo, Speed Iron Review by Golfalot

Published: December 17, 2014
Length: 15:52 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: Golfalot

Our Nike Vapor Iron review examines the differences between the Nike Vapor Pro, Pro Combo and Speed models that all use the Modern Muscle design, but are aimed at different levels of golfer.


Nike Vapor Speed, Pro, Flex Driver Review by Golfalot

Published: December 12, 2014
Length: 27:56 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: Golfalot

The Nike Vapor Driver comes in 3 different models and we review the Speed, Pro and Flex models and reveal which type of golfer we feel will suit each one. More at http://www.golfalot.com/equipment-.


The Treasure of Gullane

Published: June 10, 2014
Length: 47:03 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: danfreakuk

Two hapless pirates search for buried treasure! A beautiful sunset at Gullane, just 40 minutes from Edinburgh, Scotland.


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Attractions and noteworthy things

Distances are based on the centre of the city/town and sightseeing location. This list contains brief abstracts about monuments, holiday activities, national parcs, museums, organisations and more from the area as well as interesting facts about the region itself. Where available, you'll find the corresponding homepage. Otherwise the related wikipedia article.

Gosford House

Gosford House is the family seat of the Charteris family and is situated near Longniddry in East Lothian, Scotland. It was recently the home of the late Rt. Hon. David Charteris, 12th Earl of Wemyss and 8th Earl of March, chief of the name and arms of Charteris. Gosford was built by the 7th Earl of Wemyss between 1790 and 1800. It was built to plans by the architect Robert Adam (1728–1792), who died before the house was completed.

Located at 55.9963, -2.8801 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Buildings and structures in East Lothian, Houses in Scotland, Inventory of Gardens and Designed Landscapes, Robert Adam buildings, Gardens in East Lothian, Historic house museums in East Lothian, Country houses in Scotland, Neoclassical architecture in Scotland, Longniddry

Luffness

Luffness is a hamlet in East Lothian, Scotland. It lies between the towns of Gullane and Aberlady and is approximately 20 miles east of Edinburgh. Most of the houses in Luffness are traditional farm cottages; among its notable buildings are Luffness Castle (also known as Luffness House) and Luffness Mill. Luffness New golf course is part of the fine selection of courses in the area, and the Myreton Motor Museum is nearby.

Located at 56.017, -2.8375 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
East Lothian, Hamlets in Scotland

Luffness Castle

Luffness Castle, sometimes known as Luffness House or Aberlady Castle, is a castle of 13th century origin in Luffness, not far from Aberlady, in East Lothian, Scotland. The castle is historically part of the entail of the Earls of Hopetoun.

Located at 56.0141, -2.844 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Castles in East Lothian, Category A listed buildings in Scotland, Listed buildings in East Lothian, Listed castles in Scotland, Inventory of Gardens and Designed Landscapes

George Waterston Memorial Centre and Museum

The George Waterston Memorial Centre and Museum is a local museum in Fair Isle, Scotland. George Waterston OBE (1911-1980), the former Scottish Director of the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds, was a much-loved figure who had a massive and positive influence on Fair Isle. He bought the island after World War II and co-founded the Bird Observatory in 1948, giving the isle’s economy a much-needed boost.

Located at 56.01, -2.86 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Museums in Shetland, Local museums in Scotland, Fair Isle, Archaeological museums in Scotland, Natural history museums in Scotland, Textile museums in the United Kingdom, Transport museums in Scotland, Music museums in the United Kingdom

Spittal, East Lothian

Spittal is a hamlet or small village in East Lothian, Scotland, UK, on the B1377, east of Longniddry, south-south-west of Aberlady and to the west of Garleton and north of Gladsmuir. It is close to both Redhouse Castle, Gosford House and Spittal House. The placename "Spittal" suggests a religious community running a pilgrim's hostel or hospice.

Located at 55.9846, -2.85653 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Villages in East Lothian

Aberlady railway station

Aberlady railway station served the village of Aberlady in Scotland. It was served by the Aberlady, Gullane and North Berwick railway. This line diverged from the East Coast Main Line at Aberlady Junction, east of the current Longniddry station.

Located at 56.0039, -2.8517 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Disused railway stations in East Lothian, Railway stations opened in 1898, Railway stations closed in 1932

Luffness Platform railway station

Luffness Platform (also known as Luffness Golf Club Halt) served a golf course near Gullane in Scotland. It was served by the Aberlady, Gullane and North Berwick railway. This line diverged from the North British Railway Main Line at Aberlady Junction, east of the current Longniddry station. For the private use of members of the Luffness Golf Club, this unstaffed halt was opened in 1898 and closed in 1932.

Located at 56.0235, -2.83 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Disused railway stations in East Lothian, Railway stations opened in 1898, Railway stations closed in 1932

Kilspindie Castle

Kilspindie Castle is located to the north of the village of Aberlady, in East Lothian, Scotland. The remains of the castle are sited behind the Victorian St Mary's Kirk. An early castle was destroyed in the 16th century, and the rebuilt tower was pulled down by the 1700s. Little more than a few scattered stones of the base of a doorway with a length of wall punctuated by oval gun loops remain. The area is protected as a scheduled monument.

Located at 56.0102, -2.8648 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Castles in East Lothian, House of Douglas and Angus, Ruins in East Lothian, Scheduled Ancient Monuments in Scotland

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This place is known by different names. Here the ones we know:
Aberlady, Obar Líobhaite